Prices of Chicken and Chilli Rise Ahead of Eid in Central Lombok

Several essential commodity prices at Jelojok Market in Kopang District, Central Lombok, have begun to rise ahead of Eid al-Fitr 1447 Hijriah. These increases were observed directly by Deputy Regent Muhammad Nursiah during an unannounced inspection on Saturday morning, 14 March 2026.

During the inspection, Nursiah toured various stalls selling essentials including rice, cooking oil, sugar, and vegetables. The inspection revealed that several basic commodities were experiencing price increases ahead of this year’s Eid celebration.

“What we see at Jelojok Market? For example, chicken, chilli, cooking oil. These have increased in price ahead of Eid. This is the influence of Eid,” Nursiah told the media.

Based on discussions with traders, Nursiah noted that several essential items were showing significant price increases six days before Eid. For instance, chicken prices that previously sold for Rp35,000 per kilogramme have risen to Rp40,000-45,000 per kilogramme.

Additionally, beef prices that were originally Rp125,000 per kilogramme have increased to Rp140,000-150,000 per kilogramme. Meanwhile, chilli remains the commodity with the highest prices at the market, rising from Rp120,000 to Rp130,000-145,000 per kilogramme.

Nursiah warned traders against raising prices excessively, which could burden the community. He noted that the Ramadan period and lead-up to Eid typically see increased demand from residents.

“We ask traders not to raise prices exorbitantly. Similarly, producers and distributors should maintain price stability in the market,” he emphasised.

The Central Lombok District Government, he continued, will continue to monitor the development of essential commodity prices at various traditional markets.

This measure is being taken to protect consumer purchasing power during Ramadan through to Eid. Additionally, the government is ensuring that essential commodities in Central Lombok are available in adequate quantities to meet community needs.

“We guarantee that stocks of essential commodities are secure. Therefore, the community need not worry as the government continues to monitor to ensure prices remain stable,” he concluded.